Elring 632.231 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Elring 632.231 Cylinder Head Gasket

The Elring 632.231 engine cylinder head gasket is a multilayer steel (MLS) sealing solution for select Volvo applications. It is specified with a 1.57 mm installed thickness and a 77.5 mm diameter, making it a precise choice for engines that require controlled piston protrusion and reliable combustion sealing.

Compatible with 1983-1985 Volvo 760 and 1985-1986 Volvo 740, this Elring 632.231 gasket is built for engines that call for accurate head-to-block sealing and consistent compression retention.

Key Features

• Engine cylinder head gasket for Volvo applications
• Multilayer steel (MLS) gasket design for stable sealing performance
• 1.57 mm thickness and 1.57 mm installed thickness
• 77.5 mm diameter
• Specified piston protrusion range: 0.81 mm to 0.9 mm
• Thread size: M12
• Requires additional article 819.891
• Elring part number 632.231 for accurate catalog matching

Detailed Description

Elring 632.231 is an MLS engine cylinder head gasket engineered for precise fitment in Volvo 740 and Volvo 760 engines from the mid-1980s. The multilayer steel construction supports even clamping force across the sealing surface, while the 1.57 mm installed thickness and 77.5 mm bore diameter help maintain the correct engine geometry for the specified piston protrusion range. When replacing a head gasket on a Volvo 740 or Volvo 760, matching the gasket thickness and bore specification is critical for proper sealing and engine assembly.

This part cross-references 9 146 008-9 and 075 103 383 E for the same application. Use Elring 632.231 when the engine specification calls for the listed piston protrusion range and the required companion article 819.891.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a leaking or failed cylinder head gasket
• Restoring compression sealing between the cylinder head and engine block
• Addressing coolant or combustion sealing loss at the head interface
• Supporting proper engine rebuild or top-end service on Volvo 740 and Volvo 760 engines
• Maintaining correct sealing where MLS construction is specified

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine specifications before installation, including piston protrusion from 0.81 mm to 0.9 mm and the required additional article 819.891. Clean and inspect the head and block sealing surfaces carefully, and confirm that the cylinder head, fasteners, and mating components meet service limits before assembly. For best results, follow the vehicle service manual torque sequence and tightening procedure for the specific Volvo engine.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized sealing-system manufacturer with extensive OE and aftermarket coverage. This gasket is cataloged for exact application matching to help support correct engine assembly on 1983-1985 Volvo 760 and 1985-1986 Volvo 740 models.